Decorative tail throat structure and lower decorative plate with same

By using a snap-fit ​​mechanism and assembly hole design, the problems of assembly consistency and strength in traditional tailpipe structures are solved, enabling fast and stable tailpipe structure installation and enhancing the assembly consistency and drainage performance of the lower trim panel.

CN224240968UActive Publication Date: 2026-05-15WUHU GUOFENG PLASTIC TECH
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Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
WUHU GUOFENG PLASTIC TECH
Filing Date
2025-05-30
Publication Date
2026-05-15

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Technical Problem

Traditional tailpipe structures have poor assembly consistency with related components, large gaps at the joints, long assembly time, weak structural strength, insufficient drainage performance, and are prone to water and scale accumulation.

Method used

The tailpipe trim and bright strip are connected by a snap-fit ​​mechanism. The lower trim panel has mounting holes. The inner bottom plate is designed with an inclination to enhance structural strength and drainage performance. Rib components enhance internal support, and positioning components ensure installation stability.

Benefits of technology

It enables quick and stable installation of the tailpipe structure and lower trim panel, improves assembly consistency and aesthetics, enhances structural strength and drainage effect, and reduces water and scale accumulation.

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Abstract

The utility model relates to the field of automobile rear protectors, in particular to a decoration tail throat structure and a lower decoration plate with the decoration tail throat structure, and the tail throat structure is arranged on the lower decoration plate. The lower decoration plate comprises a decoration plate body, and each tail throat structure comprises a tail throat decoration body and a tail throat bright strip which are arranged on the decoration plate body; an assembling hole for assembling the tail throat structure is formed in the decoration plate body; the tail throat decoration body or / and the tail throat bright strip are / is arranged on the decoration plate body; the tail throat structure disclosed by the utility model is clamped on the lower decorative plate, so that the tail throat structure is convenient to mount and assemble, and the tail throat structure is also convenient to subsequently assemble on a whole vehicle; and meanwhile, corresponding assembling holes are formed in the lower decoration plate, so that the lower decoration plate and the tail throat structure can be mutually assembled and positioned during mutual installation.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of automotive rear bumper, specifically a decorative exhaust tip structure and a lower trim panel having the decorative exhaust tip structure. Background Technology

[0002] With the continuous development of the automotive industry, the requirements for the integration of automotive exterior design and functional components are becoming increasingly stringent.

[0003] Exhaust tip trim has become an important component for enhancing the visual appeal of a vehicle's rear.

[0004] Traditional tailpipe decoration solutions have the following main technical limitations:

[0005] 1. Poor assembly consistency with related components; Traditional tail throat structures are generally connected to related components by bolts or screws, resulting in large gaps at the connection points. In addition, the assembly time for bolted connections is relatively long, which is not conducive to the assembly and installation of the tail throat structure.

[0006] 2. Due to its inherent structural limitations, the traditional tailpipe structure has insufficient drainage performance: water and scale easily accumulate in the cavity after long-term use.

[0007] 3. Weak structural strength: Traditional tailpipe structures are generally just injection-molded parts, lacking internal reinforcement design, and are prone to deformation under the impact of high-pressure water during car washing or on bumpy roads.

[0008] The existing patent 201921794995.8 - a tailpipe decorative part - does not clearly disclose the technical content that solves the above-mentioned technical problem.

[0009] Therefore, in order to improve or solve at least one of the above-mentioned technical problems, it is necessary to optimize the design of the existing tailpipe structure. Utility Model Content

[0010] The purpose of this utility model is to provide a tailpipe structure that is highly integrated with the lower trim panel and is easy to install on the lower trim panel.

[0011] To achieve the above objectives, the technical solution adopted by this utility model is as follows:

[0012] A decorative exhaust tip structure is disposed on a lower trim panel; the lower trim panel includes a trim panel body, and each exhaust tip structure includes an exhaust tip trim and an exhaust tip bright strip disposed on the trim panel body;

[0013] The decorative panel body is provided with mounting holes for assembling the tailpipe structure; the tailpipe trim or / and tailpipe bright strip are mounted on the decorative panel body.

[0014] The tailpipe ornament includes an ornament body; the ornament body includes an ornament box; and the edge of the ornament box is provided with an ornament flange.

[0015] The flange of the decorative body is connected to the decorative panel body by a snap-fit ​​mechanism;

[0016] The tailpipe trim includes a trim body, which is connected to the tailpipe trim or trim panel body via a snap-fit ​​mechanism.

[0017] The decorative box includes an inner bottom plate, and side plates are provided around the perimeter of the inner bottom plate; the inner bottom plate and the side plates form a box structure with an opening at one end.

[0018] The inner wall of the decorative box is provided with rib components; the rib components include multiple individual ribs disposed inside the decorative box.

[0019] Each of the bright strip bodies is provided with a positioning component between the main body of the strip and the main body of the decorative body;

[0020] The positioning component includes a support protrusion disposed on the main body of the ornament; the bright strip body is provided with a positioning ring groove; the bright strip body is sleeved on the support protrusion on the main body of the ornament through the positioning ring groove; the vertical cross section of the bright strip body is [shaped; the bright strip body is sleeved on the main body of the ornament.

[0021] The inner bottom plate is inclined; the angle between the inner bottom plate and the horizontal plane is acute; the vertical cross-section of the decorative box is trapezoidal; the decorative box has an inner cavity; the minimum distance from the end of the decorative cavity near the inner bottom plate to the horizontal plane is greater than the minimum distance from the end of the decorative cavity away from the inner bottom plate to the horizontal plane.

[0022] A lower trim panel, wherein the trim panel body is provided with mounting holes for mounting a tailpipe structure; and at least one tailpipe structure is provided at each end of the trim panel body.

[0023] The advantages of this utility model are:

[0024] This utility model discloses a decorative tailpipe structure and a lower trim panel having the decorative tailpipe structure.

[0025] The exhaust tip structure disclosed in this utility model is snapped onto the lower trim panel, which facilitates the installation and assembly of the exhaust tip structure, and also facilitates its subsequent assembly on the vehicle.

[0026] Meanwhile, corresponding mounting holes are provided on the lower trim panel to enable mutual assembly and positioning when the lower trim panel and the tailpipe structure are installed together. Attached Figure Description

[0027] The following is a brief explanation of the contents of each of the accompanying drawings and the markings in the drawings:

[0028] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of this utility model.

[0029] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the tailpipe structure when the tailpipe bright strip is removed in this utility model.

[0030] Figure 3 This is a first-view structural diagram of the tailpipe structure of this utility model when it is installed on the lower trim panel.

[0031] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the tailpipe structure of this utility model from a second perspective when it is installed on the lower trim panel.

[0032] Figure 5 This is a partial view of the tailpipe structure of this utility model when it is installed on the lower trim panel.

[0033] The markings in the above figures are all:

[0034] 1. Lower trim panel; 2. Tailpipe structure. Detailed Implementation

[0035] The specific embodiments of this utility model will be further described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings and the description of the preferred embodiments.

[0036] A decorative exhaust tip structure is disclosed, wherein the exhaust tip structure is disposed on a lower trim panel; the lower trim panel includes a trim panel body, and each exhaust tip structure includes an exhaust tip trim and an exhaust tip bright strip disposed on the trim panel body; the exhaust tip structure disclosed in this utility model is snapped onto the lower trim panel, which facilitates the installation and assembly of the exhaust tip structure, and also facilitates the subsequent assembly of the exhaust tip structure on the vehicle.

[0037] Meanwhile, corresponding mounting holes are provided on the lower trim panel to enable mutual assembly and positioning when the lower trim panel and the tailpipe structure are installed together.

[0038] In this utility model, the lower trim panel 1 includes a trim panel body 101. At least one tailpipe structure 2 is provided at each end of the trim panel body 101. The tailpipe structure 2 mainly serves as an exhaust decoration to increase the aesthetics of the rear bumper assembly.

[0039] In this utility model, each of the tailpipe structures 2 includes a tailpipe ornament 21 and a tailpipe bright strip 22 disposed on the decorative panel body 101; the decorative panel body 101 is provided with an assembly hole 11 for assembling the tailpipe structure 2; the tailpipe ornament 21 and / or the tailpipe bright strip 22 are mounted on the decorative panel body 101; the assembly hole 11 of this utility model facilitates the installation and fixing of the tailpipe structure 2 on the decorative panel body 101; it also facilitates the insertion and fixing of the tailpipe structure 2 on the decorative panel body 101; and each tailpipe structure 2 of this utility model includes a tailpipe ornament 21 and a tailpipe bright strip 22 disposed on the decorative panel body 101; the tailpipe ornament 21 is the main structure of the tailpipe structure 2, while the tailpipe bright strip 22 plays a good role in installation limitation and decoration.

[0040] In this utility model, the tailpipe ornament 21 includes an ornament body; the ornament body includes an ornament box 201; the ornament box 201 has an ornament flange 202 at its edge; the ornament box 201 is the main support structure of the tailpipe ornament 21, and the ornament flange 202 facilitates the hanging and installation of the tailpipe ornament 21 on the ornament body 101 during subsequent installation.

[0041] In this utility model, the decorative flange 202 is connected to the decorative panel body 101 through a snap-fit ​​mechanism; the tailpipe bright strip 22 includes a bright strip body, which is connected to the tailpipe decorative body 21 or the decorative panel body 101 through a snap-fit ​​mechanism; the snap-fit ​​mechanism can be a conventional snap-fit ​​structure, the purpose of which is to achieve locking and fixing between the two parts.

[0042] In this utility model, the main part of the lower decorative panel 1 of the decorative panel body 101 serves both decorative and some functional purposes.

[0043] The trim panel body 101 serves as the mounting base for the tailpipe structure 2 and also provides overall aesthetic decoration; a tailpipe structure 2 is provided at each end of the trim panel body 101.

[0044] The tailpipe structure 2 mainly includes a tailpipe trim 21 and a tailpipe bright strip 22: the tailpipe trim 21 is used to decorate the tailpipe part and provide an aesthetically pleasing appearance.

[0045] The exhaust tip trim 22 is usually made of metal or plastic and is used to increase the gloss and texture of the exhaust tip.

[0046] The trim panel body 101 is provided with mounting holes 11 for mounting the tailpipe structure 2; the tailpipe trim 21 and the tailpipe bright strip 22 are mounted on the trim panel body 101 through the mounting holes 11, and the specific installation method may include snap-fit, screw-fit or other mechanical connection methods.

[0047] The tail throat ornament 21 mainly includes an ornament box 201 and an ornament flange 202; the ornament box 201 is the main part of the tail throat ornament 21, and is usually a box structure with a specific shape.

[0048] Generally, a rectangular box structure or a cylindrical box structure is selected; which in turn forms a square tail throat structure and a circular tail throat structure.

[0049] The decorative flange 202 is provided at the edge of the decorative box 201 to provide additional connection area and structural strength.

[0050] The trim flange 202 is connected to the trim panel body 101 via a snap-fit ​​mechanism; the snap-fit ​​is provided on the trim flange 202 and cooperates with the snap-fit ​​groove on the trim panel body 101 to achieve quick connection; the snap-fit ​​groove is provided on the trim panel body 101 and matches the snap-fit ​​to ensure the connection is secure.

[0051] In this utility model, the tailpipe bright strip 22 mainly includes the bright strip body: the bright strip body is the main part of the tailpipe bright strip 22, and is usually made of metal or plastic material with high gloss.

[0052] The bright stripe adds shine and texture to the exhaust tip, enhancing the overall visual appeal.

[0053] The bright strip body is connected to the tailpipe trim 21 or the trim panel body 101 via a snap-fit ​​mechanism.

[0054] The buckle is set on the bright strip body and cooperates with the snap-fit ​​groove on the tailpipe trim 21 or the trim panel body 101 to achieve quick connection.

[0055] The snap-fit ​​groove is provided on the tailpipe trim 21 or the trim panel body 101, and matches the buckle to ensure a firm connection.

[0056] The trim panel body 101 is the main part of the lower trim panel 1. It is usually made of plastic or other lightweight materials and has a certain strength and weather resistance.

[0057] In addition to providing a decorative function, the decorative panel body 101 also provides an installation base for the tailpipe structure 2, ensuring the stability and firmness of the tailpipe structure 2.

[0058] The trim box 201 is a major part of the exhaust trim 21 and is usually designed in a shape and color that matches the overall style of the car.

[0059] The decorative flange 202 is a flange provided at the edge of the decorative box 201. It is connected to the decorative panel body 101 through a snap-fit ​​mechanism to ensure the firmness and stability of the connection.

[0060] The tailpipe trim 22 is connected to the tailpipe trim 21 or the trim panel body 101 via a snap-fit ​​mechanism. When the tailpipe trim 22 is connected to the tailpipe trim 21, it mainly serves as a decorative element. When the tailpipe trim 22 is connected to the trim panel body 101, in addition to serving as a decorative element, it also serves as a connector, which better ensures the stability of the tailpipe structure 2 connected to the trim panel body 101.

[0061] Furthermore, in this utility model, the decorative box 201 includes an inner bottom plate 211, and the inner bottom plate 211 is provided with side plates 212 around its perimeter; the inner bottom plate 211 and the side plates form a box structure with an opening at one end; the decorative box 201 of this utility model is a box structure that not only plays a good decorative role, but also acts as a reinforcing block to ensure the structural strength of the end of the lower decorative plate 1.

[0062] In this utility model, the decorative box 201 includes an inner bottom plate 211: the inner bottom plate 211 is located on the inner side of the decorative box 201.

[0063] The inner bottom plate 211 provides support and structural foundation to ensure the overall strength and stability of the decorative box 201. In actual arrangement, the decorative box 201 is arranged horizontally. In order to facilitate subsequent drainage, the opening of the decorative box 201 is generally required to be arranged downwards. Therefore, the inner bottom plate 211 is equivalent to being arranged at an angle to the horizontal plane.

[0064] A side plate 212 is provided at the edge of the inner bottom plate. The side plate 212 is an annular plate that surrounds the periphery of the inner bottom plate 211.

[0065] The side panel 212 and the inner bottom panel 211 together form a box structure with an opening at one end, which serves both a protective and decorative function.

[0066] The side plate 212 is generally a ring-shaped plate structure.

[0067] The inner bottom plate 211 and the side plate 212 together form a box structure with an opening at one end, which is usually designed to match the shape of the rear of the car.

[0068] In this utility model, the inner wall of the decorative box 201 is provided with a rib component 23; the rib component 23 includes a plurality of individual ribs 213 disposed in the decorative box 201; in this utility model, the rib component 23 is disposed on the inner wall of the decorative box 201.

[0069] Rib component 23 enhances the structural strength of the decorative box 201, preventing deformation or damage during use.

[0070] Multiple individual ribs 213 are evenly distributed on the inner wall of the decorative box 201.

[0071] Each individual rib 213 serves to support and reinforce, collectively enhancing the overall strength of the decorative box 201; each individual rib 213 serves to support and reinforce, collectively enhancing the overall strength of the decorative box 201, preventing deformation or damage during use; in addition, adjacent individual ribs 213 are spaced apart; the gaps between adjacent individual ribs 213 form a gap groove, which facilitates good flow guidance and facilitates the drainage of water entering the decorative box 201.

[0072] Furthermore, in this utility model, a positioning component is provided between each of the bright strip bodies and the decorative body body; the positioning component can ensure the accuracy and stability of the installation position of the bright strip body on the decorative body body.

[0073] In this utility model, the positioning component includes a support protrusion disposed on the main body of the ornament; a positioning ring groove is provided on the main body of the bright strip; the main body of the bright strip is sleeved on the support protrusion 24 on the main body of the ornament through the positioning ring groove; the vertical cross section of the bright strip is [shaped]; the bright strip is sleeved on the main body of the ornament; the setting of the support protrusion 24 serves to increase the structural strength of the main body of the ornament, acting as a reinforcing rib, while the positioning ring groove acts as a positioning groove, facilitating the sleeved installation of the bright strip on the main body of the ornament.

[0074] In this invention, the positioning component ensures that the bright strip body will not shift during installation, thereby improving the overall assembly quality and aesthetics.

[0075] In this utility model, the support protrusion 24 is provided on the body of the ornament; the support protrusion 24 provides a support point for fixing the position of the bright strip body.

[0076] The positioning ring groove is set on the bright strip body; it is used to cooperate with the support protrusion 24 to fix the bright strip body to the ornament body body by means of a sleeve.

[0077] The bright strip body is fitted onto the support protrusion 24 on the decorative body through the positioning ring groove, ensuring the firmness and stability of the connection.

[0078] The vertical cross-section of the bright strip body is shaped like a "[". This design allows the bright strip body to better fit with the support protrusion 24 and achieve a stable connection. At the same time, in this utility model, the positioning ring groove and the support protrusion 24 can be connected by an interference fit. This design better ensures the firmness of the bright strip body installation.

[0079] Furthermore, in this utility model, the inner bottom plate 211 is inclined; the angle between the inner bottom plate 211 and the horizontal plane is acute; the vertical cross-section of the decorative box 201 is trapezoidal; the decorative box 201 has an inner cavity; the minimum distance from the end of the decorative box near the inner bottom plate 211 to the horizontal plane is greater than the minimum distance from the end of the decorative box away from the inner bottom plate 211 to the horizontal plane; based on the above design, it can be seen that the decorative box 201 of this utility model has a structure with a small internal opening and a large external opening. This setting facilitates the actual demolding operation. At the same time, the decorative box 201 is similar to a trumpet-shaped structure, which facilitates the drainage of water inside the decorative box 201 during subsequent car washing.

[0080] Similarly, the inclined inner low plate can also play a better role in drainage and reduce the accumulation of debris in the tailpipe structure 2.

[0081] In this utility model, the inner bottom plate 211 is inclined; the inner bottom plate 211 forms an acute angle with the horizontal plane; the inclined setting helps to optimize the internal space layout, enhance the stability and aesthetics of the structure; and at the same time facilitates slag discharge and drainage when tilted.

[0082] In this utility model, the vertical cross-section of the decorative box 201 is trapezoidal, narrow at the top and wide at the bottom; the trapezoidal structure enhances the overall stability of the decorative box 201.

[0083] The minimum distance from the inner cavity of the decorative box to the horizontal plane at the end closest to the inner bottom plate 211 is greater than the minimum distance from the inner cavity of the decorative box to the horizontal plane at the end furthest from the inner bottom plate 211. This design optimizes the utilization of internal space and enhances the overall visual effect, making the decorative box 201 more layered in appearance.

[0084] The decorative box 201 resembles a trumpet-shaped structure with a small internal opening and a large external opening. This structural design facilitates actual demolding operations and offers several advantages in subsequent use.

[0085] The inner bottom plate 211 is inclined: The inclined setting of the inner bottom plate 211 helps the water to flow towards the external opening under the action of gravity, thereby achieving a better drainage effect.

[0086] The trumpet-shaped design makes it easier for water to drain out through the external opening after entering the interior cavity, preventing water accumulation.

[0087] Inclined inner bottom plate 211: The inclined design of the inner bottom plate 211 not only helps with drainage, but also reduces the accumulation of debris in the tailpipe structure 2, keeping the interior clean.

[0088] The trapezoidal internal space design makes it easier for debris to slide outwards and be cleaned.

[0089] Obviously, the specific implementation of this utility model is not limited to the above-mentioned methods. Any non-substantial improvements made using the inventive concept and technical solution of this utility model are within the protection scope of this utility model.

Claims

1. A decorative tail throat structure, characterized in that, The exhaust pipe structure is disposed on the lower trim panel; the lower trim panel includes a trim panel body, and each exhaust pipe structure includes an exhaust pipe trim and an exhaust pipe bright strip disposed on the trim panel body; The decorative panel body is provided with mounting holes for assembling the tailpipe structure; the tailpipe trim or / and tailpipe bright strip are mounted on the decorative panel body.

2. The decorative tail throat structure according to claim 1, characterized in that, The tailpipe ornament includes an ornament body; the ornament body includes an ornament box; and the edge of the ornament box is provided with an ornament flange. The flange of the decorative body is connected to the decorative panel body by a snap-fit ​​mechanism; The tailpipe trim includes a trim body, which is connected to the tailpipe trim or trim panel body via a snap-fit ​​mechanism.

3. The decorative tail throat structure according to claim 2, characterized in that, The decorative box includes an inner bottom plate, and side plates are provided around the perimeter of the inner bottom plate; the inner bottom plate and the side plates form a box structure with an opening at one end.

4. The decorative tail throat structure according to claim 3, characterized in that, The inner wall of the decorative box is provided with rib components; the rib components include multiple individual ribs disposed inside the decorative box.

5. A decorative tail throat structure according to claim 2, characterized in that, Each of the bright strip bodies is provided with a positioning component between the main body of the strip and the main body of the decorative body; The positioning component includes a support protrusion disposed on the main body of the ornament; the bright strip body is provided with a positioning ring groove; the bright strip body is sleeved on the support protrusion on the main body of the ornament through the positioning ring groove; the vertical cross section of the bright strip body is U-shaped; the bright strip body is sleeved on the main body of the ornament.

6. A decorative tail throat structure according to claim 3, characterized in that, The inner bottom plate is inclined; the angle between the inner bottom plate and the horizontal plane is acute; the vertical cross-section of the decorative box is trapezoidal; the decorative box has an inner cavity; the minimum distance from the end of the decorative cavity near the inner bottom plate to the horizontal plane is greater than the minimum distance from the end of the decorative cavity away from the inner bottom plate to the horizontal plane.

7. A lower trim panel, characterized in that, The decorative panel body is provided with mounting holes for assembling the tailpipe structure; each end of the decorative panel body is provided with at least one decorative tailpipe structure as described in any one of claims 1-6.